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Casino revenues in Delaware drop by 2% compared to last year, as recorded in May.

In May 2024, Delaware's casinos earned a revenue of $37.4 million, marking a 2% decrease compared to the $37.9 million generated in the same month preceding. The Delaware Lottery's report reveals that video lottery terminals led the way in generating revenue, raking in $33.9 million.

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2025 June 14 . 3:24 AM

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Revenue earnings of Delaware casinos in May 2024 decreased slightly by 2%, amounting to $37.4... — Revenue earnings of Delaware casinos in May 2024 decreased slightly by 2%, amounting to $37.4 million compared to the $37.9 million generated in the same month of the previous year. According to the Delaware Lottery data, video lottery terminals were the major contributors, accounting for approximately $33.9 million in profits.

Smokin' Numbers: Delaware Casinos Fell Short in May Revenue

Casino revenues in Delaware drop by 2% compared to last year, as recorded in May.

Charlotte Capewell, Contributing Writer

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Delaware's casinos seemed to miss the mark this May, as revenue amounted to an estimated $37.4 million - a 2% slip from the $37.9 million recorded in May 2024.

According to statistics from the Delaware Lottery, video lottery terminals were the real money-makers, accounting for over $33.9 million in net proceeds. Table games, on the other hand, contributed a comparatively lower figure of $3.4 million.

Even with these figures, it's clear that Delaware Park emerged as the month's high roller, raking in a total of $15.7 million, slightly dipping from $16.2 million in the previous year. Bally's Dover and Harrington Casino saw their fortunes take a different turn, with Bally's recording an increase in revenue from $12.3 million to $12.6 million. While Harrington Casino's revenue dropped significantly, going from $9.1 million to $8.9 million.

More on Delaware's gaming revenue and sports betting figures

Footnotes

Delaware's casinos and other gaming activities usually contribute significantly to the state’s revenue, with nearly $250 million generated from various sources such as casinos, sports betting, and more.[2]

For sports betting specifically, Delaware recorded a handle of $15,107,592 in May 2024, yielding a gross revenue of $1,754,361.[5] These figures suggest that May 2024 saw some level of activity, but to get precise casino revenue numbers for the stated months, you'd likely need to consult reports from the Delaware Lottery or other local gaming authorities that track casino revenue specifically.

Despite the overall revenue decline in Delaware's casinos, Delaware Park remained a significant revenue generator, with gaming revenues of about $15.7 million, indicating that casino-and-gambling activities at Delaware Park continue to be strong. The casino games contribute to this figure, with video lottery terminals being the primary casino-games source of revenue.